KSZ8061RNDW

The KSZ8061 is an integrated single-chip Ethernet physical layer transceiver that is used for connecting 10/100 Mbps Ethernet systems to Cat 5 cable. This device is designed to optimize the performance, immunity and cost requirements of services such as home networks and small office networks. It includes an energy-saving features that extends its battery life and is conveniently available in a 48-pin QFN package. The KSZ8061 is particularly suited to address data transmission needs such as Internet and local area networks, applications where there is need for improved throughput, heavy bandwidth, high speed, low latency and robust performance.

Application Field

The KSZ8061 is used mainly in industrial and commercial applications, such as:

• High speed network applications such as Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, Fibre Channel and Infiniband.
• Ethernet switch and internet gateway.
• Storage systems, surveillance systems and video-over-IP systems.
• Wireless local area networks (WLANs).
• Security products like Network Video Recorders (NVRs) and Network Access Control Systems (NACs).

The KSZ8061 can also be used in medical and automotive applications, thanks to its robust performance, high integration, low power consumption, and small size.

Working Principle

Simply put, the KSZ8061 is a physical layer transceiver that acts as a bridge between Ethernet devices and the Cat 5 cable. The device utilizes pulse width modulation to transmit data from the devices over the Cat 5 cable. The internal circuitry is designed to monitor the transmitted and received data for errors, and the device is capable of self-correction in case an error is detected. The device also features built-in energy saving features that helps in prolonging battery life. The device also supports auto-negotiation and link failover, so that performance and reliability can be improved.

Conclusion

The KSZ8061 is an integrated single-chip Ethernet physical layer transceiver that is used for connecting 10/100 Mbps Ethernet systems to Cat 5 cable. It is designed to improve performance, immunity and cost requirements of a wide range of industrial, commercial, medical and automotive applications. The device supports auto-negotiation and link failover, and is equipped with energy saving features to preserve its battery life. Understanding the application field and working principles of the KSZ8061 will allow engineers to properly utilize the device for their Ethernet connection needs.